8 recommended ryokan for families in Shikoku ♪ Accommodations with Japanese-style rooms and kids' spaces

Shikoku is full of great spots to visit on a family trip. At the New Yashima Aquarium, you can see manatees, which are rare in Japan. There are also other great places for trips with children, such as the Anpanman Museum in the hometown of Takashi Yanase, the creator of Anpanman, and Tokushima Family Land, which even small children can enjoy. Spots that the whole family can enjoy are sure to make your family trip even more enjoyable! Enjoy a trip to Shikoku with the whole family.

For moms and dads with babies and small children, there are many things they worry about when choosing an inn, such as whether their children will feel safe in their room and whether they will get bored. If the inn has Japanese-style rooms, a kids' space, and meal for children, moms and dads will feel at ease staying there. In this article, we will introduce you to ryokan that have Japanese-style rooms, a kids' space, meal for children, and services for children. We hope you will have a fun time with your family and create some great memories.

About 15 minutes by car from JR Matsuyama Station. Located in Dogo Onsen, one of the oldest hot onsen in Japan, this is a long-established ryokan that was founded in 1868 (1868). We recommend the "Standard Japanese Room." Tatami rooms are safe for babies who crawl.

Dogo onsen, which fascinated Meiji era writers such as Natsume Soseki and Masaoka Shiki, has an alkaline simple onsen that is said to be effective against neuralgia and muscle pain. It uses the same water drawn from the Dogo onsen Main Building, which is the symbol of Dogo onsen. This is the "Ominameshi" flower. There is an open-air bath and an indoor bath. The indoor bath is a cypress bath, a luxurious bath that uses an abundance of wood for the ceiling and walls. You can truly relax with the scent and warmth of the cypress.

For dinner, you can enjoy dishes made with seasonal ingredients from Ehime, which is rich in both sea and land produce. The kaiseki cuisine, which allows you to taste Iyo's local cuisine, will satisfy both your heart and your stomach. For small children, we recommend the kids' plate, which includes fried chicken and hamburger steak. Enjoy dinner with your children.

Yamato Yatai is a recommended place to meet up after a bath. There is a sake bar and a sweets bar, so both adults and children can enjoy themselves. What's more, it's free to use! It's a service that is appreciated not only by children but also by adults.

It is about a 10-minute drive from Dogo onsen Station on the Iyotetsu line, and there is a free shuttle bus (reservation required). The main building is a representative work of architect Koichi Nezu from 1967, and is a spacious space with a Showa modern theme. From the large glass windows in the main lobby, you can enjoy the natural scenery of the four seasons. Another great thing for families is the kids' space. It's a great space to keep children occupied and not get bored, which is a great help for parents too.

The "Japanese-style room" has a calming atmosphere and is recommended for those with babies. You can relax while looking at the view. Baby goods are also available for rental, and there are plenty of services that will be helpful to moms and dads, such as baby beds and diaper trash cans. There is even a room with a motif of Ehime's mascot character, "Mican." Both children and adults will be satisfied with the relaxing rooms!

You can enjoy the natural hot onsen of Okudogo, also known as beauty baths, in the large open-air baths and private baths. You'll be captivated by the beautiful natural scenery from the large open-air bath, which is said to be one of the largest in western Japan. There is also a private open-air bath, so you can bathe with just your family (advance reservation required, additional fee). Baby mats and baby baths are also available, so you can safely bring babies with you. Relax in onsen and soothe your day to day fatigue.

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Dinner is a buffet served in a restaurant that makes use of the theater space. There are over 80 different dishes made with seasonal ingredients. You can watch the chefs cook steaks, sushi, pasta, and more live. Even children will be fascinated by the sight of the food being prepared right before your eyes! Enjoy a buffet with a variety of Japanese and Western dishes and fill your stomach.

This inn is located in Oboke Gorge, surrounded by mountains rich in nature. It is about a 5-minute drive from JR Oboke Station, and there is also a free shuttle bus (reservation required in advance). It is also convenient for sightseeing, as it is about a 25-minute drive to Iya's Kazurabashi Bridge and Biwa Falls. This is a Japanese-style room (10 tatami mats). It is a spacious room, so it is safe for babies who crawl. There is also a Blu-ray disc player in the room, so if you bring your child's favorite movies, they will not get bored.

This is an open-air bath that uses water from Togoal Warm Tight, an artificial mineral onsen. The water is moist and comfortable. Taking a bath while enjoying the view will help you relieve your daily fatigue. For those who want to bathe with just their family, there is also a private bath (reservation required, additional fee), which is very helpful.

For dinner, you can enjoy local cuisine from the Oboke-Iya region, made with seasonal ingredients. The local dish is "Soba Subeshi," the river's bounty "Salt-grilled Ayu," and the appetizer is "Assorted Seasonal Colors." The healthy dishes are also popular with women. There is a children's lunch for children, so you can enjoy dinner with the whole family and fully enjoy a night at this secluded ryokan ♪

This inn is located in Iya, one of Japan's three most remote areas. It's about a 20-minute bus ride from JR Oboke Station, and you can enjoy the original Japanese scenery in a place rich in nature. All guest rooms are Japanese-style, so babies can relax and unwind. From the rooms, you can see the beautiful mountains and the beauty of the valley in every season. Enjoy a relaxing time looking at the scenery with your children.

Enjoy the open-air bath with a view and feel the four seasons. The open-air stone bath is surrounded by the nature of Iya, and at night you can enjoy a bath while gazing at the starry sky. There is also a baby bed in the changing room of the large bath, so you can change clothes with peace of mind even if you have a baby. Take a relaxing bath and soothe the fatigue of your trip.

"Iya Kaiseki" is a country cuisine unique to Iya. You can taste wild plants, river fish, and seasonal vegetables harvested around Iya. Healthy and wholesome food will make mothers happy. For children, there is a children's plate. They can enjoy dishes made with local ingredients with gentle seasonings. The gentle seasoning makes it safe for even small children to eat.

This onsen ryokan is located in the temple town of Kotohira-Kotohira Shrine. It is about a 5-minute walk from JR Kotohira Station, and a free shuttle is also available (reservations required). The bright, calming rooms are "Japanese-style rooms (10 tatami mats)". They also rent out kid-sized yukata (60-100cm), which is great for children. The "rooms with open-air baths" are also recommended for moms and dads with small children. The open-air bath is in the room, so it's convenient to be able to enter immediately without having to move.

There are a total of 15 different types of baths in the three onsen areas, so you can enjoy bathing in different baths. The "Relax Floor Hana Club" on the 8th floor has the private baths "Tsukiyu" and "Hoshiyu" (additional charge). onsen comes from Kotohira-cho Chikou onsen. Relax with your family in onsen, enjoy the scenery and soothe your day to day fatigue.

Dinner is a multi-course meal where you can taste the seasonal flavors of Shikoku. You can enjoy original dishes such as Maruchu's specialty "Sankaihoraku Yaki" and "Shodofu Nabe". It's also nice that they have a children's menu♪ Reservations are required at least two days in advance, so please contact the inn directly.

This inn is close to Kotohira Shrine, also known as Konpira-san. It is about an 8-minute walk from JR Kotohira Station, so it is easily accessible from the station. We recommend the Japanese-Western room with an open-air bath. The spacious rooms include Japanese-style rooms, which are comfortable even for babies. Enjoy the view from your room on the top floor and relax at your leisure.

You can enjoy onsen in the large public bath, open-air bath, and four private baths. The private baths are recommended for those who want to relax with just their family. Another great thing about them is that you can bathe as many times as you like for free. This is "Ichinoyu Chiku." You can enjoy a soothing space that makes you feel like you're in a bamboo forest.

For dinner, enjoy a kaiseki dinner course using seasonal ingredients. The dishes and ingredients used are in accordance with the season, so you can enjoy dishes that reflect the season. Children's meal are also available, so please check when making a reservation. meal also has high chairs and bouncers, so it's convenient to be able to meal leisurely with babies and small children.

About 7 minutes by car from JR Kochi Station. Founded in 1874, this inn is a long-established ryokan with a history of being a regular lodging for the Imperial family. It has won awards in the general and facilities categories of the "Top 100 Japanese ryokan and Hotels Selected by Professionals." There is a kids' space next to the front desk, so children won't get bored, which is a great help for moms and dads. In addition, from the teahouse "Shiromiyagura" on the top floor after the bath, Kochi Castle is lit up, and you can operate it yourself, so you can enjoy it with your children.

This is the "Senju Room Japanese-style room 10 tatami mats A type." It's a spacious Japanese-style room with a veranda, so you can stretch your legs and relax. You can see Kochi Castle from the window, so it's recommended to enjoy the view with your children. They also provide children's yukata (90-140cm) and children's toothbrushes, and there are plenty of services that children will appreciate, so it's very helpful.

There are various baths to enjoy, including an open-air bath with a view, a large open-air bath with a view, and an indoor bath. From the open-air bath with a view on the top floor, you can see Kagamigawa River and Kochi Castle. The large bath is equipped with children's chairs and toys, so even small children can enjoy bath time without getting bored. Enjoy a relaxing time in the spacious bath.

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For dinner, enjoy a Tosa kaiseki meal, including traditional Tosa cuisine, a generously presented sashimi dish, straw-grilled bonito tataki, and seasonal seafood. It's helpful to have a wide variety of options to choose from, such as baby food and a mini sushi plate for small children, and a "children's Japanese meal" and "junior plate" for elementary school children and younger (reservations required).

Located in the city of Tosa. Once you cross the bridge that recreates Kochi's famous "Hariyamabashi" bridge and step inside, you'll find yourself in a relaxing and welcoming inn. It's about a 5-minute walk from JR Kochi Station. They also provide a free shuttle to JR Kochi Station (reservations required). It's also close to Kochi Castle, so it's convenient for sightseeing, and it's helpful to have a short travel distance.

This is the "West Wing Japanese-style Room." The calm atmosphere of this room makes it popular with families. It's a room where you can relax even with children. Toys and diaper trash cans are available for rental, and amenities such as children's yukata and toothbrushes are also available. Enjoy your family trip in a spacious room where you can relax with your children.

In the open-air bath, you can enjoy various types of baths, such as a Shigaraki-yaki natural radium ore jar bath and a snow pillow bath. The spacious large bath is also equipped with a baby chair, which is convenient for mothers with babies. Please take a relaxing bath in the various baths and relieve your daily fatigue.

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For dinner, try the multi-course meal of tuna, red snapper sashimi, and bonito rice. The multi-course meal will satisfy both your heart and your stomach, with a wide variety of dishes to choose from. There is a plan that includes a children's meal for children, so please check when making your reservation. It is also helpful that baby food is available for babies (advance reservation required, additional charge).

This time, we introduced ryokan in Shikoku that are recommended for families with children. Ryokans offer different benefits than hotels, such as Japanese-style ryokan and a wide variety of meal for children, so parents can relax and unwind. Each of the four prefectures has its own unique charm, so we recommend visiting multiple times. Be sure to choose ryokan you can enjoy with your children and make your family trip even more memorable.